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Rutgers Dining Services has been awarded the prestigious "Gold Distinction" for the 2026 Nutrition and Wellness Program of the Year by the National Association of College and University Food Services (NACUFS).

This national honor celebrates innovation in collegiate dining, specifically recognizing programs that successfully involve students and guests in the hands-on experience of nutrition. As the premier trade association dedicated to supporting excellence in campus dining, the NACUFS network includes more than 230 affiliated colleges and universities nationwide. This award underscores Rutgers' Dining Services' continued commitment to leading the country in culinary innovation and nutrition.

U. Dining Services announces campus-wide enhancements 

Rutgers Dining Services began a campus-wide initiative of improvements in dining spaces. The Daily Targum recently attended a dining services meeting to hear about the upgrades coming to campus, from dining hall renovations, introducing new technology and curating new menu items. Read the full article

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2026 Fall Semester Schedule

Dining Halls and Retail Operations

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Fall 2026 Opening Schedule

  • August 24 - August 26
    9:30am-8:00pm
    The Atrium, Busch Dining Hall, Livingston Dining Commons & Neilson Dining Hall
  • August 27
    9:30am-2:00pm
    The Atrium, Neilson Dining Hall & Livingston Dining Commons
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    9:30am-8:00pm
    Busch Dining Hall
  • August 28 - August 31
    9:30am-8:00pm
    The Atrium, Busch Dining Hall, Livingston Dining Commons & Neilson Dining Hall
  • September 1-6
    All dining units resume normal hours
  • Labor Day, Monday September 7
    9:30am-8:00pm
    The Atrium, Busch Dining Hall, Livingston Dining Commons & Neilson Dining Hall
    All Dining Services retail units are closed
  • September 8
    All dining units resume normal hours

Fall 2026 Special Events


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